The leading facts of American history.

The discovery and naming of America, 1492 to 1521 -- Attempts at exploring and colonizing America (the country, the natives, effects of the discovery on Europe) 1509-1587 -- Permanent English and French settlements (the thirteen colonies, exploration of the West, wars with the Indians and French, colonial life), 1607-1763 -- The Revolution, The Constitution, 1763-1789 -- The union, national development (Presidents from Washington to Buchanan, inclusive), 1789-1861 -- The Civil War, 1861 to 1865 -- Reconstruction, the new nation, 1865 to the present time -- The Declaration of Independence (with an introduction) -- The Constitution (with an introduction and notes) -- Table of admission of states -- Table of Presidents -- Principal dates in American history -- Questions for Examination -- Topical analysis.Mode of access: Internet